Chiyoda
2.2 miles from city centre
Chiyoda-ku is both bureaucratic and historical. Look at the sprawling Imperial Palace or National Diet Building. The Shin Marunouchi Building and the Akihabara Denki-gai are modern shopping and dining areas. Walk past the East Garden to Kitanomaru Park and the National Museum of Modern Art.
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Shibuya Ward
2.3 miles from city centre
With its enormous crossing, Shibuya is a complete sensory overload – and a major commercial and entertainment hub. The area is loaded with mid to high-end shopping, restaurants and clubs. Buy an anime costume and join the youth wearing outlandish fashion at Shibuya 109 and Center-gai, or head to Hikarie's shops and restaurants.
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Shinjuku Ward
1.7 miles from city centre
Shinjuku is a major commercial and entertainment hub. Head to Takashimaya Times Square for shopping. The Metropolitan Government Office's free observation decks have amazing city vistas overlooking Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. By night, Kabukicho is Tokyo's wildest red light district.
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Japan's capital is home to over 13 million people and a variety of diverse districts, making it one of the world's most intriguing megacities. Its blend of old-world charm and new-age innovations means it has something for everyone.
To soak up Tokyo's traditions and culture, there's no better place to start than the ancient temples of Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine (in Harajuku) and Chiyoda's Imperial Palace. Tsukiji Market is a sight to behold for its vast amount of seafood with close to 2,000 tonnes being traded daily. It's also a great place to enjoy a sushi breakfast, while meat, fruit, vegetables and flowers are also for sale.
The city is home to some stellar museums like Tokyo's National Museum, which houses a large collection of Japanese art, as well as samurai swords and colourful kimonos. Film lovers will appreciate the Ghibli Museum, showcasing the work of world-renowned animator Miyazaki Hayao. Pieces includes original sketches, a rooftop garden and life-size recreations of film sets.
To take in the best views over the city, take a trip up the Tokyo Skytree – one of the tallest structures in the world. The observation deck offers a 360-degree view, while other floors offer a restaurant and shopping mall. If you've got time to do more, catch a sumo wrestling show in Ryōgoku, or visit Tokyo Disneyland, which features a huge selection of rides and attractions.
Tokyo is served primarily by Narita Airport, located 70 kilometres north-east of the city. The quickest way to travel between there and the city is by taking the Skyliner electric railway, with journeys taking less than 45 minutes. Some international flights operate from Haneda Airport but most flights are domestic.
Tonight
From £80 per night
Next weekend
From £168 per night
Most popular time to visit | October–December |
Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
Local currency | ¥1,000 = £5.10 |
Language | Japanese |
Average weekend price | £110 per night |
Average weekday price | £113 per night |
Typical stay | 2 nights |
Tokyo Tower
2.1 miles from city centre
Tokyo Skytree
4.8 miles from city centre
Japan Imperial Palace
1.3 miles from city centre
Kabuki-cho
1.6 miles from city centre
Meiji Jingu Shrine
1.9 miles from city centre
Roppongi Hills
1.8 miles from city centre
Meiji Jingu Stadium
1.1 miles from city centre
Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Stadium
3.7 miles from city centre
Tokyo Bay
14.4 miles from city centre
Oedo Onsen Monogatari
5.5 miles from city centre
Tokyo is a great place to visit for sights (shrines, temples...
28 April 2024
Tokyo is a great place to visit for sights (shrines, temples, museums, gardens, shopping), and of course the food choices are delightful too. The city is easy to get around, especially with a PASMO or SUICA transit card.
As one of the very largest cities in the world, there is...
27 April 2024
As one of the very largest cities in the world, there is something for everyone here. We loved the shrines, parks, museums, food, and all things Studio Ghibli. The more you visit Japan (and Tokyo in particular) the more you realize how Japanese culture has impacted the West over the past 150 years. If you don't care about that, you can still have a great time here. Food: yes there is good sushi here, but there are a dozen other simple, affordable, and amazing cuisines that will knock your socks off. Tonkatsu is fantastic, Osaka-style Okonomiyaki is a surprise, and a bowl of ramen at a tiny family restaurant brought me to tears, it was so good. My teenage son has traveled extensively with us, and when we asked him where he wanted to go back to, he immediately chose Tokyo. My advice would be that your most meaningful places in Tokyo may not be the ones having the most Instagram influencers posing in front of them. Pick what interests you, then look for those things. You will definitely not be disappointed.
Amamzing
24 April 2024
Amamzing Lots of lights People were so polite No one pushes you on the streets despite to be a very very crowded and busy city Everyone walks in one line (left) Good food affordable prices, respectfull safe
SkyTree Tower, very good.
24 April 2024
SkyTree Tower, very good. Yoyogi Garden, very good. Sums wrestlers, meal and show, very good. Disappointed some attractions were closed on Sunday and Monday. Book in advance for some attractions!
The city is very diverse and the people are extremely...
23 April 2024
The city is very diverse and the people are extremely helpful and friendly. I would say that Tokyo would be an awesome place to visit and I would love to come back for another visit. I found the city to be clean and a lovely place to see and explore.
Tokyo is an amazing mass of awesomeness.
23 April 2024
Tokyo is an amazing mass of awesomeness. Thankyou ,way too much to do and eat .the access to transport,bus,subway,train is phenomenal and so easy , the people in Tokyo are so lovely and patient with us mere mortals than just speak English.We will definitely be back .
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